Beyond the Bump

New year, new us? Couple’s therapy, starting school and a new BTB era incoming 👀

We are back, Bumpies! New year, new us? After sharing way too many digestive details, looks like we’re still the same. After a 6 week break, we had A LOT to catch up on…
How is Sophie adjusting to life back home after her lap of Australia? 
Jayde shares how scary navigating sick kids, a snow storm and an international health system was 
Goldie and Mia start new school journeys and it’s a rollercoaster of emotions
Sophie’s addicted to her phone (but actually, who isn’t!?)
Jayde discusses her phone usage rules for her tweens
One of the girls is starting couple’s therapy and taking us along for the ride
How do you actually socialise without drinking? 
Anddddd we’ve got some exciting things in store for BTB and we need YOUR help! 
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REPLAY: Soph’s PREGNANT, so how’s the first trimester REALLY been? Week by week pregnancy diaries with Sophie and Jayde

This week we are replaying Sophie's pregnancy diaries through her first trimester with baby number 3!
As always, we hope you enjoy! 💛
Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.  
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REPLAY: Anyone else feeling overwhelmed by motherhood? Being compassionate with ourselves - with Belinda Haan

This week we are replaying this episode which contains honest, personal discussions about difficult emotions such as rage and anger. Motherhood provides plenty of experiences of joy, love and gratitude but it also contains frustration, exhaustion, anger and overwhelm among many other emotional states. 
When we know that difficult emotions are an inherent part of motherhood, and being human, it can help us feel less alone or prevent us from experiencing shame. Emotions are an automatic response to internal or external stimuli. We don’t get to choose what arises but we can learn to work with what comes up and how to meet our needs to feel okay. 
There were a few ideas shared on how to work with difficult emotions on this episode and there are plenty more in The Emotional Support for Mothers toolkit. However, we all know that the reality is that it can be hard to experience and make sense of these emotions on our own. 
If you are experiencing persistent painful feelings you need and deserve love, care and support. Please contact your doctor to discuss how to get the compassionate support you deserve. 
Here are some free resources that may support you:
Postnatal Rage: Centre for Perinatal Excellence (COPE)
Gidget Foundation
PANDA
Beyond Blue
Working with our triggers: free guided reflection coming soon - sign up here. 
The Emotional Support for Mothers toolkit 
 
Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.  
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REPLAY: What happens when none of it goes how you expected? IVF, terminally ill mum, returning to Shameless and more - with Michelle Andrews

This week on Beyond the Bump, we’re replaying our chat with Michelle Andrews. From navigating the emotional highs and lows of IVF, to facing the heartbreak of a terminally ill mum, Michelle shares with raw honesty and warmth. Please note that since this episode was recorded Michelle's beautiful mum has since passed and we send so much love and condolences to her family.
Throughout the chat we also dive into her return to the hit podcast Shameless, exploring what it means to juggle personal challenges with a public career. It’s a conversation about resilience, grief, and finding light when the path twists unexpectedly.
As always, we hope you enjoy! 💛
 
Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.  
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REPLAY: What we wish we knew as a first time mum with Jayde and Sophie

This week on Beyond the Bump, we’re replaying getting real about all the things we wish we knew as first-time mums! Sophie and Jayde chat about the surprises, the struggles, and the game-changing lessons they’ve learned along the way. And as always we hope you love the episode as much as we did!
Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.  
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Bumpie Group Chat (unfiltered) - Guess who’s back together?!

This week Soph pulls off the ultimate surprise - joining Jayde in person for the first time in 12 months to record the last episode of the year! 
Back in the same room, we reflect on what it’s been like recording long-distance, what it's like for Soph being back in her hometown and just how different the energy feels when they’re face to face again. 
We also dive into the next stages of parenthood, with Jayde reflecting on the reality of heading into parenting a high schooler and how quickly this chapter has arrived. Together, they talk about evolving identities as mums, and why the 'just you wait' conversation surrounding parenting teenage girls isn't always accurate...
As always, we hope you enjoy! 💛
Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.  
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How did this year change us? A reflection on growth, motherhood, podcasting & the year that was - with Jayde and Sophie

As the year wraps up, we sit down for a special end-of-year recap episode of Beyond the Bump, joined by a very familiar voice behind the scenes - Clare, the EA who helps keep BTB running smoothly.
In this episode, we reflect on the highs, the challenges and the moments of parenthood that defined the year.
As always, we hope you enjoy! 💛
Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.  
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💙 BYTB: Girl Dad vs Boy Dad: Is there a difference? With Nick Pearce, dad of 3 girls & Chi Lo, dad of 2 boys

This is a 1:1 chat with Nick Pearce! Nick is Sophie’s husband, father of 3 wonderful girls, outdoorsman & all-round frother. Chi & Nick unpack what their experiences raising their children has been like, their core values, what the future holds and much much more. Is there a difference to raising boys vs girls from a dad’s perspective? Tune in to find out!
Resource links:
https://www.instagram.com/recipearce/
Nick Couldwell's Episode
Beyond the Balls is a fatherhood podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Chi Lo, a Beyond The Bump production. This podcast is targeted at dads, dads to be, their partners and anyone interested in the journey of fatherhood. 
We believe that every dad wants to be the best they can be so our purpose is to entertain, educate and empower our audience. We promise to have open and honest discussions in the hope to leave you feeling more supported after every listen. Join us in celebrating the ups and downs of fatherhood today!
Yeah the dads!
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This episode is proudly sponsored by Tonies!

How can we have a fun but safe summer with little ones? - with paediatric nurse, Penny from Sick Happens

This week we're joined by Penny from Sick Happens for a super practical chat all about keeping our families safe during the Aussie summer. From long days at the beach to mozzie-filled evenings and everything in between, Penny breaks down what parents really need to know, without the fear-mongering.
As always, we hope you enjoy! 💛
Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.  
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This episode is proudly sponsored by Peters Lil' Pops. Great things now come in small packages! These little pops are mighty fun, and with nine in a box, there will be plenty to go around.
 

Bumpie Group Chat (unfiltered) - Jayde made the mistake of reading tattle and Sophie doesn’t know who she is anymore

Jayde opens up about falling down the rabbit hole of Tattle Life...yes, she went there... And shares why she searched, and why at the end of the day it doesn't reallllly matter what people say online. 
Meanwhile, Sophie reflects on how a year of caravan life has shifted her priorities in unexpected ways. From what now matters to her day-to-day, to the things she no longer loves (or maybe never did?).
As always, we hope you enjoy! 💛
Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.  
Follow us on Instagram at @beyondthebump.podcast to stay up to date with behind the scenes and future episodes. 
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This episode is proudly sponsored by Bounce. Head to www.bounceinc.com.au purchase your tickets and gift cards!